Help restore the original ride control, stability, and handling of your classic 4x4 or truck with the KYB Excel-G Gas Shock 344426. This nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube shock absorber fits FRONT or REAR positions on a wide range of vintage Jeep, Willys, Ford, Toyota, AM General, and Mitsubishi applications — including the 1959-1981 Jeep CJ5, 1976-1981 Jeep CJ7, 1945-1958 Jeep Willys, 1961-1967 Ford Econoline, 1969-1984 Toyota Land Cruiser, 1969-1974 AM General DJ5, and 1987-1990 Mitsubishi Van. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list of covered years and models.
- Excel-G / OEA design: Built on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and calibrated to restore the vehicle's original designed performance, earning its Original Equipment for the Aftermarket classification.
- Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube: Includes the same quality components found in KYB's global OEM products.
- Triple lip fluid seal: Designed to reduce the chance of oil and gas leaking out.
- Vehicle-specific damping valves: Hand assembled in-house to manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement, helping restore designed control and handling.
Sold individually; replacing shocks as a matched pair per axle is recommended for balanced ride control.
Interchange: G63299 · 31000
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the KYB 344426?
It's a KYB Excel-G Gas Shock (MPN 344426), a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube suspension shock absorber designed to restore your vehicle's original designed damping performance.
Does this shock fit front or rear?
The catalog lists this shock for both FRONT and REAR positions. Confirm the correct location for your specific vehicle in the Buyer's Guide tab before ordering.
What vehicles does it fit?
It covers many vintage applications such as the 1959-1981 Jeep CJ5, 1976-1981 Jeep CJ7, 1945-1958 Jeep Willys, 1961-1967 Ford Econoline, and 1969-1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. See the Buyer's Guide for the full list.
Should I replace shocks in pairs?
This listing is for one shock, sold individually. Replacing both shocks on the same axle as a matched pair is recommended for even, balanced ride control.
What is the Excel-G OEA classification?
OEA means Original Equipment for the Aftermarket — the Excel-G is made on the same KYB OE assembly lines with OE-quality components and calibrated to restore original performance, not change it.
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